2022 Local Gift Guide

2022 Local Gift Guide

The Player

Watch Out

Rugged yet sophisticated, the multisport Garmin Fénix 7s Solar is performance-ready for weeks thanks to a special glass that converts sunlight into battery life. With built-in sports apps for everything from running and paddleboarding to biking and indoor climbing, the smart watch also offers an energy monitor to help with scheduling workouts and guided breath work for focus and stress relief. $800, Fleet Feet, Stuart

Pickling Season

Hit the courts in style with J. McLaughlin’s limited-edition Pickle Paddle in Eclipse Geo featuring a leather-wrapped handle, honeycomb core, and delightful pattern. $110, J. McLaughlin, Stuart

The Bomb

Thanks to its tapered tail and longboard outline up front, the Softech Bomber Surfboard is the ultimate cruiser for flowing down the line and turning on a dime. $375, Ocean Magic Surf Shop, Jupiter

Head in the Game

Give a shout-out to the Sunshine State with CMC Golf’s Florida Driver Cover. The plush lining keeps equipment looking new, and the premium faux leather is embroidered with a collection of Florida hallmarks. $40, PGA Tour Superstore, Palm Beach Gardens

Serve it Up

Perfect for the tennis addict who likes a post-game refresher, the cork-backed Overserved Coasters by Jupiter-based Pretty Printing bring some whimsy to happy hour. $25/set of 4, Pretty Printing

Home Stretch

Feeling good meets doing good in Manduka’s eco-friendly and biodegradable eKO Lite Yoga Mat in Marbled Blue. Developed by yoga teachers, it’s made from non-Amazon harvest tree rubber and provides a naturally grippy surface. $92, Palm Beach Athletic Wear, North Palm Beach

The Hobbyist

Paint the Town

An artist needs tools at the ready for whenever inspiration strikes. Equip the creative in your life with the 10-hue Academy Watercolor Artists’ Sketchbox Set from Grumbacher, which includes paints, brushes, a mixing tray, and a portable carrying case. $46, Michaels, Palm Beach Gardens, Stuart

The Write Stuff

Whether it’s the beginning of the next great American novel or just an outlet for personal expression, this purple journal beautifully finished with gold foil from The Personalised Stationery Company, along with Sugar Paper’s signature pen, can be the first step in the writing journey. $13/journal, $36/pen, Leslie Store, Hobe Sound

To the Point

Needlepoint Alley is stocked with hundreds of unique, hand-painted canvas designs for all the stitch fans out there. $240/Ruffled Flamingo (15-inch square), $265/Gingko Leaves (14-inch square), prices vary by design and size, Needlepoint Alley, Lake Park

Going to Pieces

There’s nothing like a little old-school puzzle fun. Cavallini & Co.’s 1,000-piece vintage mushroom puzzle features a stunning image from the Cavallini archives and comes in a hand-sewn muslin bag. $25, Barnes & Noble, Palm Beach Gardens, Jensen Beach

Birdbrained Idea

Help an eager ornithologist make some fine feathered friends with WoodLink’s Sneak-a-Peak Heavy Duty Crystal Clear Window Bird Feeder, which can be mounted (with included suction cups) to any screen-free window. It also includes a one-way mirror to get a closer look at birds without scaring them away. $35, Bass Pro Shops, Port St. Lucie

Cool Clogs

A lively choice for those who want to keep their feet clean while getting their hands dirty, Sloggers’ Waterproof Women’s Rain and Garden Shoes have insoles for maximum comfort, deep-lug treads for traction, and a floral design to keep things fun. $32, Tractor Supply Co., Indiantown, Fort Pierce

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